Publisher's Synopsis
Cadwallader Colden: A Representative Eighteenth Century Official is a historical biography written by Alice Mapelsden Keys, originally published in 1906. The book chronicles the life and career of Cadwallader Colden, a prominent figure in colonial America during the 18th century. Colden was a Scottish-American physician, botanist, and politician who served as the Lieutenant Governor of New York from 1760 to 1775. The book examines Colden's contributions to science, politics, and colonial society, including his work on botany, medicine, and his efforts to maintain peace between the British and Native American tribes. Through extensive research and analysis of historical documents, Keys provides a detailed portrait of Colden's life and legacy, shedding light on his impact on the development of colonial America. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of colonial America, the role of science and politics in the 18th century, and the life of a remarkable figure in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.